What is Tummy Time? When should I begin doing Tummy time? How long should my infant spend each daytime on his or her stomach? How can I do tummy time? After your baby wakes up from sleep or right after a nappy change is the best time to practice tummy time. Voici what to do: Trim…
What is Finger Sprain? Symptoms of Finger Sprain Other signs and symptoms of a sprained finger include: Causes of Finger Sprain These are some common reasons why fingers sprain: Diagnosis Your finger will be physically examined by your doctor. Additionally, imaging exams like an X-ray and, in fewer instances, an MRI, may be performed on…
The eye is a complex organ that consists of several structures that work together to allow us to see. These structures include the cornea, iris, pupil, lens, retina, optic nerve, vitreous humor, sclera, choroid, and ciliary body. Understanding the structure of the eye can help us understand how we perceive light and visual information. Structure…
What is Wrist Bursitis? Wrist bursitis is a condition in which the bursae, small fluid-filled sacs that act as cushions between bones, tendons, and muscles, become inflamed and painful. The bursae in the wrist are located near the joints and can become inflamed due to repetitive motion, injury, or infection. Symptoms of wrist bursitis can…
What is a Thumb Sprain? A thumb sprain is an injury to the ligaments that support the thumb joint. Ligaments are tough, fibrous tissues that connect bones to each other and provide stability to the joint. Sprains occur when these ligaments are stretched or torn beyond their normal range of motion, usually due to a…
What is a Medial Collateral ligament Sprain? A strain, partial tear, or full tear of the ligament on the inside of the knee is referred to as an MCL injury(Medial Collateral ligament Sprain). It is one of the most frequent knee injuries that is mostly brought on by a valgus force. Clinically Relevant Anatomy Causes…
What is Fat Pad Syndrome? Fat Pad Syndrome, also known as Hoffa’s Syndrome, is a painful condition caused by inflammation and irritation of the fat pad located under the kneecap. This can lead to knee pain and difficulty with normal activities. Anatomy/Biomechanics Boundaries Attachments Metabolic influence of the Infrapatellar fat pad Physiology/Clinical Illustration Diagnostic and…
What is A Flexor Tendon Injury? Flexor tendons are cord-like arrangements passing from the forearm across the wrist and palm and into the fingers, allowing you to bend the fingers and thumb to grasp any object or make a fist. Injury to the flexor tendons can cause you to lose the capability to flex one…
